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Our Top 6 Favorite Recycled and Refurbished Wood Projects




10
Feb

In the world of home design, wood is the king of classy. Whether it’s the detailing on a piece of reclaimed wood furniture or the exposed beams that form your home’s infrastructure, nothing creates a stunning environment quite like wood accenting. As a regional leader in reclaimed and recycled wood, and sustainable lumber materials, we here are AltruWood have scoured top design resources to bring...


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Seven Things You Can Make from Recycled Wood




31
Dec

If you love the rustic, vintage look and feel of antique, reclaimed, and distressed wood products, you may be pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to incorporate these materials into your home. At AltruWood, we have a passion for recycled and reclaimed lumber products—and to show you just how accessible they are, we’ve compiled a list of seven do-it-yourself projects that can make gorgeous reclaimed...


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Wood Molding and Trim FAQ’s




09
May

Molding and trim: they’re like the decorative stitching on a garment or the custom frame around a painting. By themselves, they’re often overlooked, but as a part of the whole, hardwood molding and trim serve an integral purpose—highlighting and accenting the overall look of your room. Not sure how to add hardwood molding and trim to your home? Here’s what you need to know:   What...


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Reclaimed Lumber: A Hot Commodity?




09
May

The word is out--reclaimed lumber is a hot commodity. Suddenly, if you’ve got an old structure on your property, you find yourself eyeing that toolshed and wondering how much it might be worth if it were torn down and sold as lumber. Who cares about keeping their lawnmower out of the rain if they’re frolicking on the beach on the vacation they paid for with the thousands of dollars they made in the reclaimed...


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Reclaimed and FSC Certified Western Red Cedar




09
Feb

Reclaimed western red cedar is a great alternative to FSC® certified wood. Reclaimed western red cedar is durable, dense, and has a low moisture content. And the best part, reclaimed cedar can look brand-spanking new. Reclaimed wood often gets tagged as worn-out. Nothing could be further from the truth. Much of today’s reclaimed wood kept structures together for 100 years before being torn out for discard...


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What Species of Wood Are Hand Hewn Beams?




03
Nov

Using reclaimed wood beams to dress up your home’s ceiling or to architecturally frame an office space gives new life to old barn beams and timbers from deconstructed sites. The signature score marks and uneven but blended appearance of hand hewn beams make reclaimed timbers a popular choice for stripped-back and old-world aesthetics. Old barn beams are also ideal for those looking to preserve some...


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Hand Hewn and Mill Sawn Reclaimed Beams




21
Oct

What’s the difference between hand hewn beams and mill sawn reclaimed beams? Antique wood beams are both an impressive sight and a responsible consumer choice. Antique timbers are reclaimed lumber, taken from old warehouses and barns and used as is, re-hewn or sawn to fit the specs of their new end-use. However, not all timber frame beams are created equal. There’s a difference between hand...


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Finishing Hand Hewn Lumber




13
Oct

Hand hewn timbers are renown for their rustic, distressed surfaces. Protecting the antique exteriors of your hand hewn beams requires the perfect finish. While you will want to preserve the appearance of the wood, you must also protect your antique timbers from the effects of time and the environment. Striking the right balance depends on several factors, including where the reclaimed lumber is being...


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Why Use Hand Hewn Beams?




07
Sep

When choosing beams for construction, whether in the home or otherwise, we have much to take into account for our decision. One of the most popular choices today is hand hewn beams, which are typically reclaimed lumber. These antique wood beams are a testament to the beauty and simplicity of hand crafted products. The style is timeless, and the craftsmanship is superior to machine work. Hand hewn...


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Putting Reclaimed Wood to Good Use




30
Aug

When it comes to using reclaimed wood, there are only two limitations: how much wood you have, and how big you can dream. Reclaimed lumber is prized both for its unique aesthetic properties and its eco-friendly qualities. It has fast become a highly sought-after item in the design world. As it has soared in popularity, artisans and designers around the nation are using recycled lumber to craft an array...


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